1. Who are qualified to vote?

- All citizens of the Philippines, eighteen (18) years of age or over, and residents of
the Philippines for one (1) year and for at least six (6) months in the city or
municipality wherein he/she proposes to vote immediately preceding the election
are qualified to vote.

2. Who are disqualified from voting?

a. Any person who has been sentenced by final judgment to suffer imprisonment
for not less than one year. However, he/she may reacquire the right to vote upon
expiration of five years after service of a sentence.
b. Any person who has been adjudged by final judgment by competent court or
tribunal of having committed any crime involving disloyalty to the duty constituted
government such as rebellion, sedition, violation of the anti-subversion and
firearms laws, or any crime against national security, unless restored to his/her
full civil and political rights in accordance with law; Provided, That he/she shall
regain his right to vote automatically upon expiration of five years after service of
sentence.
c. Insane or incompetent persons as declared by competent authority.
3. What is PDEA?
- The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) is the lead Anti-Drug law
enforcement agency, responsible for preventing, investigating, and combating
dangerous drugs, controlled precursors, and essential chemicals within the
Philippines.
4. What is R.A. 9165?
- It is an Act instituting the Comprehensive Act of 2002 also known as
Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002, Repealing R.A. 6425, otherwise
known as The Dangerous Act of 1972, as amended, providing funds therefor,
and for other purposes. President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo signed R.A. 9165 on
June 7, 2002, was published June 19, 2002 and took effect July 4, 2002.
5. What is drug abuse?
- Drug Abuse - the use of any chemical which result to an individual's physical,
mental, or social impairment. It refers to the following:
a. Use of drugs without prescription
b. Use of drug or any substance for a purpose different from the one which the
drug was prescribed for
c. Use of illegal or illicit drugs
6. Differentiate synthetic drugs and natural drugs.
- Synthetic drugs are drugs that are produced artificially or processed in the
laboratory while natural drugs come from nature.

7. Classification of drugs
  Stimulants- It is also known as "uppers", any of the group of drugs that excite
the central nervous system. It increases alertness, alleviates fatigue, reduce
hunger, and provide a feeling of well-being.
 Depressant-This drug is also known as "downers" or "bars", any drug or
chemical that decreases the activity of any bodily function. The term is most
often used to refer to drugs that reduce the activity of the central nervous
system.
 Hallucinogens It is also known as "psychedelics, first developed as appetite
suppressant. Any synthetic psychoactive drugs that produce marked
distortion of the senses and changes in perception.
8. Top 10 drugs/substances of abuse
The Top 10 Drugs/Substances of Abuse are:
1. Methampethamine hydrochloride (Shabu)
2. Cannabis (Marijuana)
3. Contact Cement
4. Benzodiazepines
5. Cough/Cold Preparations
6. Methylenedioxymethamphetamine or MDMA (Ecstacy)
7. Cocaine
8. Nalbuphine Hydrochloride
9. Psilocybin (Magic Mushroom)
10. Solvents (acetone, thinner)

9. How to tell a person who is abusing drugs?

- A lot of changes in behavior, appearance, and mood, it occurs in a person who
is abusing drugs. Sudden changes also occur in the person's disposition from
pleasant to unpleasant.
10. Common signs of drug abuse
• Often associated with known drugs users
• Irritable, discourteous, defiant aggressive and
• Untrustworthy and lacks self-confidence.
• Unconcerned about his/her health and grooming
• Has a low frustration tolerance
• Lacks interest in studies/works
• Blames everybody but himself for his/her problems
• Prefers to be with "barkada" where he/she feels accepted
• Frequently goes to odd places (to take drugs)
• Often wears sunglasses at inappropriate times.
• Often borrows money and sometimes steals various items
• Shows changes in attending school/work
• Develops changes in normal capabilities in school/work

11. Ways of drug prevention

• Stay away from illegal drugs
• Maintain physical and mental health and well-being
• Use drugs properly. Most drugs are beneficial when used under medical
advice
• Understand yourself. Accept and respect your own capabilities and
limitations.
 • Develop your potentials. Engage in wholesome, productive, and fulfilling
activities.
• Choose your friends wisely.
• Learn to relate effectively to a trusted person whom you can communicate our
problems freely.
• Seek professional help if you feel you cannot cope with your problems.
• Develop strong moral and spiritual foundations.

12. Who are penalized by the anti-drug law?

• User
• Pusher
• Possessor
• Cultivator
• Importer
• Manufacturer
• Financer